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Understanding the basics of pay compression

December 15, 2023

Learn how to address pay compression issues and implement effective pay transparency practices for a fair and equitable workplace. Mercer provides insights and solutions to navigate these critical compensation challenges.

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Projected salary increase budgets holding, for now

December 06, 2023

One last look at what employers are forecasting for salary increase budgets for 2024 in Canada. This 2023 Mercer QuickPulse™ survey also has insights to share on promotions, off-cycle increases, salary structure adjustments, and some hot topics such as pay transparency.

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10 tips for compensation professionals

September 26, 2023

Whether you are new to the world of compensation or an experienced practitioner, run through these 10 tips and see what you might want to add to your toolbox.

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Annual increase budgets are forming

September 15, 2023

When asked what they plan to budget for 2024, respondents reported a decrease in the size of the average projected annual increase budgets for both merit and total increases compared to 2023. Read more on the findings of the Compensation Planning Survey, and see how you can easily access the end of year results.

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Market Pricing 101: using general industry and industry specific data

September 07, 2023

This article will provide you with considerations around when to use general industry and industry specific data –  or even when to use both!

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Market pricing 101: establishing a benchmark methodology unique to your organization

August 02, 2023

Are you ready to take your market pricing to the next level? Develop and implement a benchmark methodology to increase your accuracy, efficiency and consistency and be sure your job pricing is aligned with your compensation philosophy.

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Tips for linking leaders’ performance goals to corporate success

June 23, 2023

Long-term incentives are considered a standard piece of the rewards package and key drivers of engagement for many employers and employees. However, selecting the right performance metrics and determining how outcomes lead to payout are critical to ensuring this vehicle is able to drive home alignment to the company’s overall success. Read through the helpful tips and considerations shared by Ryan Cameron, one of Mercer’s incentive design experts to find out if your LTI plan is in need of a tune-up.

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